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East Texas Orofacial Myology

Orofacial Myofunctiional Therapy Evaluations can be made for assessment of tongue or lip ties. Both children and adults can receive therapy.

Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy consists of correction of improper tongue and lip resting postures, swallowing patterns, nail-biting, prolonged non-nutritive sucking habits such as thumb/finger sucking. These disorders/dysfunctions are termed-Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMD's)

Certification is through the International Association of Orofacial Myology ( IAOM). Misty has over 25 years of experience in the dental field with a background in dental hygiene and is one of a few Board Certified Orofacial Myologists in Texas and the only Board Certified therapist in East Texas. She holds a BS in Oral Health Promotion and is passionate about helping patients live healthier lives through education and treatment/therapy. Treatment usually consists of a team approach that may include general Dentists, Pediodontists, Orthodontists, Oral Surgeons, Periodontists, Allergists, Ear-Nose & Throat specialists, Pediatricians, Sleep Medicine specialists, & Speech-Language Pathologists and most importantly the parent or caregiver. Hours are by appointment and location of therapy offices are in East Texas. East Texas Orofacial Myology opened in 2009. The hours are flexible helping to accommodate busy schedules.

10/21/2025

Many of you may already know me, but if you’re new here or just starting to explore myofunctional therapy, I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself. As a Certified Orofacial Myologist, I’m dedicated to supporting my community through education, guidance, and advocacy for lasting results. If you are curious if myofunctional therapy is right for you or your child, I’ll be happy to connect and share more.

10/07/2025

🎉Congratulations 🎉to this fun little guy who eliminated his oral habit. It’s such a joy to see young people overcome a hard habit but given the right tools and family support it’s sets them up for success! Well done my little friend 👍🏻😊

10/03/2025

✨ This year’s IAOM conference was packed with valuable insights! From updated prevention strategies and early orthodontic approaches to the latest tongue-tie protocols—it was full of relevant, timely information. 💡 👅🦷

Dr Audrey Yoon always brings the best information and protocols for early orthodontic/airway intervention and treatment as well as Dr Baxter sharing his latest insights on tongue & lip tie protocols. Dr Sekiguchi from Japan discussing a holistic approach with myofunctional therapy.

I especially loved the focus on how myofunctional therapy plays a supportive role in each of these areas, helping create lasting results for children and adults alike. 🙌💙

09/16/2025

😴 Tired of waking up tired?
It might not be your bedtime… it might be your breathing.

Myofunctional therapy helps retrain your muscles for healthier breathing and sleep postures—a key piece of the puzzle to better sleep and a true energy reset. ✨

Wake up refreshed. Breathe better. Sleep deeper. 💤

08/10/2025

“Breathe. Sleep. Eat. Learn. 💪📚”
Back-to-school success starts with healthy habits:

👃 Nose breathing for focus & immunity
💤 Quality sleep for brain power
🥦 Nutrient-packed functional foods for all-day energy

Is your child struggling with mouth breathing, restless sleep, or a poor diet?
These small changes can make a big difference in health, focus, and school performance!

🍏Comment Healthy Starts for more info. 🍎

08/07/2025

🥳Congratulations to the sweet girl for eliminating an oral habit! 🎉

Thanks to her pediatric dentist .kids.dentistry for recognizing the need for myofunctional therapy! 🍭🤩

Collaboration is key in setting children up for a healthy oral environment.

07/11/2025

✨ Understanding Compensations in Myofunctional Therapy ✨

At East Texas Orofacial Myology, success in therapy isn’t measured by how teeth shift—it’s about function, not alignment.

👄 When the tongue, lips, and facial muscles aren’t functioning properly, the body finds ways to compensate. That might look like mouth breathing, forward head posture, low tongue position, or even poor sleep. While it’s great to see changes in alignment, it’s not the goal. Muscles do influence bone. Supporting orthodontic goals is always a win win.

✅ Therapy goals are centered around:
🌬️ Nasal breathing – for better sleep, focus, and overall health
👄 Lip competence – lips gently closed at rest
👅 Proper tongue posture – resting fully on the palate, supporting healthy oral development

💡 A straighter smile may happen, but that’s just icing on the cake 🎂—not the purpose of myofunctional therapy.

🔹East Texas Orofacial Myology creates individualized therapy plans tailored to each client’s unique needs. No cookie-cutter programs—just intentional care.

06/29/2025

😬 Teeth Grinding in Children is NOT Normal! 🚨

If your child grinds their teeth at night, it’s more than just a bad habit — it’s a red flag. 🚩
Teeth grinding (bruxism) can be a sign of airway insufficiency caused by:

👄 A small or narrow palate
👃 Enlarged tonsils or adenoids
🛏️ Sleep-disordered breathing

Grinding is the body’s way of signaling a struggle to breathe while sleeping — trying to open the airway. These powerful forces can wear down the teeth at the edges and even near the gumline, just like we see in adults.

‼️ Grinding is often one of the earliest signs of sleep-disordered breathing.
Early intervention is key!

A great place to start is 👉 East Texas Orofacial Myology 🧠👃💤
An evaluation can help identify early signs and symptoms that affect craniofacial growth, airway development, and long-term health. 🧒✅

With years of experience and a collaborative team approach, East Texas Orofacial Myology is here to help your child breathe, grow, and thrive.

💬 Message to learn more or schedule an evaluation!

06/22/2025

🧐 Oral Habits… Could They Be Reshaping Your Child’s Face? 👶🦷✨

Let’s talk growth, function, and healthy development! 💬💡

While pacifiers can be helpful in the early months, long-term use can impact the way your child’s face, jaws, and smile develop! 🍼👄

➡️ Prolonged sucking habits can lead to:
🔹 Narrow palate
🔹 Open bite
🔹 Changes in tongue posture
🔹 Jaw misalignment
🔹 Mouth breathing patterns

Jaw growth happens rapidly in early childhood — and habits play a HUGE role! 🧠🦴 That’s why weaning off the pacifier by 6 months (ideal) and addressing any lingering habits is so important.

✅ Myofunctional therapy can help guide proper oral function, breathing, and facial development.

✨ East Texas Orofacial Myology has years of experience helping children eliminate oral habits and supporting healthy growth every step of the way! 💙

06/17/2025

👃✨ Did you know nasal hygiene is just as important as oral hygiene?

Keeping your nasal passages clean can help:
✅ Reduce allergens & pollutants
✅ Clear congestion & sinus pressure
✅ Improve breathing
✅ Support better sleep
✅ Prevent sinus infections
✅ Boost immunity
✅ Enhance overall health 🌿💪

💡 And here’s the exciting part — SONU uses gentle sound wave therapy to break up nasal congestion and support healthy airflow, naturally. 🎧🌬️ It’s a powerful tool for those dealing with chronic stuffiness, allergies, or breathing issues.

Comment Breathe for SONU info & discount code.

Healthy breathing starts with a clear nose!

😌💧

06/16/2025

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🧠 Just because your child had expansion or had their tonsils and adenoids removed…
does not mean mouth breathing will magically stop! 👄💨

Mouth breathing is a habit AND a compensation.
Once the airway is open, the body needs to be taught how to use it properly. 🗣️✨

That’s where Myofunctional Therapy comes in! 💪
We help retrain the muscles for nasal breathing, proper tongue posture, and a healthier, more functional future. 👃👅🌬️

🧒💤 If your child is still mouth breathing after treatment — they might just need a little help learning how to breathe right.

Let’s teach the body its new function! 💫

06/05/2025

🍎🥦 Picky Eating? Let’s Talk Metabolic Programming 🧠🌱

Is your child stuck in a picky eating loop? You’re doing your best, but veggies still end up on the floor (or hidden in napkins)? — you’re not alone. 💛

Picky eating can be influenced by more than just “preferences.” It often ties into metabolic programming — how a child’s body learns to process nutrients, regulate hunger, and develop taste preferences early in life. 🧬

Here’s the good news: metabolic patterns can be supported and shifted.

Alongside feeding therapy and oral function support, many families find benefit from whole food concentrates like Juice Plus+ to help:
🥕 Bridge nutritional gaps
🍎Support gut health and immune function
🌿 Expose taste buds to a wider range of plant nutrients (without the food fight!)

This is NOT a replacement for feeding therapy or real food — it’s a gentle, research-backed way to support metabolic resilience while you work toward broader food acceptance.

We believe in a team approach: feeding specialists, myofunctional therapy, and smart nutritional strategies can all work together to help your child thrive. 💫

Want to learn more? Let’s chat.

Address

2461 Earl Campbell Pky
Tyler, TX
75701

Telephone

+19035048586

Website

http://www.easttexasorofacialmyology.com/

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